Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Creamy and flavorful, these Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal. The roasted garlic adds a rich, mellow flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Boiling, Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
Roasted Garlic:
- 1 whole head of garlic
- Olive oil for roasting garlic
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- Boil Potatoes: Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
- Evaporate Moisture: Return the potatoes to the pot over low heat for a minute to evaporate excess moisture.
- Combine Ingredients: Squeeze the roasted garlic into the potatoes and add butter and cream. Mash until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Adjust Seasoning: Adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding grated Parmesan cheese or chopped chives to the mashed potatoes.
- Make sure not to overmix the potatoes to avoid a gummy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Side Dish, Potato Recipes, Roasted Garlic, Comfort Food
